Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken: 5 Amazing Easy Comfort Dinners
Tender chicken simmered in a creamy tomato basil sauce with garlic and parmesan.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
1 can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown both sides.
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Remove chicken and set aside.
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Cook garlic in butter until fragrant.
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Add crushed tomatoes and chicken broth.
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Stir in basil and oregano and simmer briefly.
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Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat.
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Return chicken to the skillet.
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Simmer until chicken cooks through.
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Stir in parmesan cheese and garnish with basil.
Notes
Fresh basil provides the brightest flavor. Pasta or rice pairs well with the creamy tomato sauce.